Lisa Tarshis

Leader in microschools and education philanthropy: As Head of the Primer Foundation, Lisa focuses on expanding access to Primer Microschools through scholarships, partnerships, and programs (e.g., the Primer Fellowship). She emphasizes measurable student outcomes (accelerated reading/math) and structures scholarships so finances do not bar families from attending. primer+2

Experienced nonprofit fundraising consultant and capacity-builder: Over a decade of consulting work (Giving Tree Associates and Evolve Giving Group) leading fundraising campaigns, training teams, and managing growth and innovation initiatives; helped clients collectively raise tens of millions and produced practical fundraising guidance and trainings. givingtreeassociates+1

Program leadership and community engagement: Early-career roles in youth program direction (Camp Chi) and ongoing civic/volunteer leadership (young leadership divisions, alumni committees) demonstrate operational program experience, event management, and sustained community involvement that complement her fundraising and foundation work. givingtreeassociates+1